Alaska to Japan: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture
18 nights
National Geographic Resolution
20 Aug '26Cruise overview
Follow the Pacific’s “Ring of Fire” from Alaska’s volcanic Aleutian Islands to the rugged island of Hokkaido, Japan. Discover the wild, seldom-visited islands of the Bering Sea, encountering millions of seabirds as well as northern fur seals and bears in the Pribilof and Aleutian Islands. View towering volcanic cones in the distance on the way to Hokkaido—home to more than 51 volcanoes.
Itinerary
Anchorage, Alaska
Arrive in Anchorage and fly to Nome, Alaska. Embark National Geographic Resolution in the afternoon.
Arrival Time: Arrive before 9:00 a.m. local time.
Arrival City: Anchorage, Alaska
Anchorage is the largest city in Alaska. Located between mountains, it is a beautiful mixture of urban and wilderness. Thanks to its proximity to the Chugach State Park with its 45 species of mammals and the city’s rich history, there is so much to be seen in this unique destination.
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Pribilof Islands, Alaska
Saint George Island, Alaska
Baby Islands, Alaska
Aleutian Islands, Alaska
Aleutian Islands, Alaska
Aleutian Islands, Alaska
Aleutian Islands, Alaska
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Kushiro
Muroran
Aomori
Sendai
Oarai
Shimizu
Osaka
Category 1 - Fore Deck
#404, 406, 408, 411, 413, 415 — Cabin with two large windows, two singles that can convert to a queen, writing desk and chair, two bedside tables, window sofa, coffee table, and a closet.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
A revolutionary polar expedition vessel offering luxury, stability and immersive exploration in the world’s most extreme environments.
- Carries just 126 guests for an intimate expedition experience
- Polar Class 5 ice-strengthened hull and X-Bow® design for smoother sailing
- Panoramic Observation Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Spacious all-outside cabins, most with balconies
- Expert expedition team of naturalists, historians and photographers
- Dedicated science hub and undersea exploration programme
- Multiple dining venues serving regionally inspired cuisine
- Two infinity-style hot tubs and a glass-walled sauna
- Wellness centre, yoga studio and gym
- Operates worldwide in Antarctica, Arctic and subpolar regions